China News Service, August 28. According to Kyodo News, Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe resigned at a press conference on the afternoon of the 28th local time during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying, "I sincerely apologize to all citizens."

Data map: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

  According to the report, Abe also said that there are still many policies in progress, and the abandonment of the prime ministership before the troubles are done is "like a heartbreak."

  Regarding the official departure time, Abe said that he will perform his duties effectively until the new prime minister is appointed.